Page 17 of Best Memory Care in Massachusetts

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 234 memory care providers in MA using MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in MA
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Avg Walk Score: 54/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Massachusetts. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 86The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Massachusetts. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC( (Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)):
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
Bethany Health Care Center
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Framingham
169
Facility 169
MA AVG 86
Rank #9 / 227
No-
50
Facility 50
MA AVG 54
Rank #231 / 438
---No-
Duxbury House Memory Care Residence
MC
AL
Duxbury (Tarkiln)
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 86
Rank #223 / 227
No24
17
Facility 17
MA AVG 54
Rank #384 / 438
Private Rooms--NoNo
Benchmark Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Shrewsbury
-Yes-
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 54
Rank #413 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #61 / 178
-No-
EPOCH Senior Living – Waltham
MC
AL
IL
Waltham (Angleside)
-No-
36
Facility 36
MA AVG 54
Rank #290 / 438
-
19
Facility 19
MA AVG 22
Rank #111 / 178
A+No-
East Longmeadow Memory Care Assisted Living
MC
AL
NH
SNF
East Longmeadow
20
Facility 20
MA AVG 86
Rank #225 / 227
No20
20
Facility 20
MA AVG 54
Rank #369 / 438
Special Care (20)--NoNo
Orchard Cove
MC
AL
CCRC(
HC
HOS
IL
NH
PC
SNF
Canton
45
Facility 45
MA AVG 86
Rank #197 / 227
Yes-
34
Facility 34
MA AVG 54
Rank #298 / 438
1 Bed / 2 Bed--No-
Monastery Heights Senior Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
RC
Springfield
105
Facility 105
MA AVG 86
Rank #50 / 227
No-
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 54
Rank #341 / 438
---No-
The Cordwainer
MC
AL
RC
Norwell
54
Facility 54
MA AVG 86
Rank #179 / 227
No-
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 54
Rank #318 / 438
--ANo-
Fox Hill Village
MC
AL
CCRC(
IL
Westwood
-Yes--1 Bed / 2 Bed
36
Facility 36
MA AVG 22
Rank #7 / 178
-No-
Broadview
MC
AL
RC
Winchendon
49
Facility 49
MA AVG 86
Rank #187 / 227
No-
66
Facility 66
MA AVG 54
Rank #172 / 438
---No-

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Overview of Bethany Health Care Center

Bethany Health Care Center is a highly rated nursing home in Framingham, MA, offering long-term care, memory care, rehabilitation, and respite care. Dedicated to older adults’ comfort and healing, the community continuously promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment. Excellent services, including round-the-clock care, dietitian-approved meals, housekeeping, and laundry, are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Along with a highly trained care team, individualized care plans tailored to residents’ unique needs and habits are also provided.

Cooking, outings, and games foster interactions and encourage residents to create meaningful moments. Residents can also stay active and focus on their wellness with top-notch amenities, including a newly renovated dining room, gardens, and walking paths. Located near Waushakum Pond in the tree-lined neighborhood of Framingham, the community guarantees a laid-back lifestyle. This nursing home has exceptional standards of care, making it one of the best options for senior living in Massachusetts.

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Overview of Duxbury House Memory Care Residence

Nestled in the historic town of Duxbury, Massachusetts, Duxbury House Memory Care Residence stands as a distinguished senior living community, offering a personalized and compassionate approach to memory care. Specifically designed for residents facing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, this community provides a secure and comfortable haven. As part of the Welch Senior Living family, with a rich legacy spanning over 70 years, Duxbury House Memory Care Residence is committed to caring for residents with the warmth and dedication of family.

Duxbury House features 12 thoughtfully designed suites, creating an intimate environment that feels like home. Residents have access to a beautiful living room, a welcoming country kitchen, and a range of programs meticulously crafted to stimulate the mind, body, and spirit. The community takes pride in its dedicated and compassionate staff, who deliver personalized care and unwavering support to each resident and their family. Beyond providing exceptional care, the community is devoted to helping residents reconnect with their loved ones, fostering a sense of belonging and meaningful connections.

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Overview of Benchmark Senior Living

Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings is a comprehensive senior living community in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, a brief drive from Worcester. It operates a full care continuum: nursing home services, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care options under one roof. Operating for 27 years, the home brings experience in senior care to Worcester.

With modern aesthetics throughout, the campus features a visually striking open-concept design. Residents enjoy beautifully landscaped gardens and outdoor patios that provide peaceful, calming spaces for relaxation and reflection. The car-dependent setting has a Walk Score of 11, so most errands and outings require transportation, though the community supplies transportation services for residents’ convenience. Dining is a daily life highlight. The kitchen prepares seasonal menus from scratch, and the facility offers diverse dining options tailored to individual dietary needs, ensuring residents can eat meals according to their preferences and requirements. The pet-friendly community lets residents keep their companions close. Meanwhile, the roster of amenities and services is substantial. Residents can access a resident art gallery and an on-site hair salon. The facility handles housekeeping and laundry services, so occupants don’t need to manage such tasks. An active calendar of local events gives residents opportunities to engage with their community. Grounds keeping is maintained by the community, creating a well-kept, pleasant environment. Leadership here includes Sandy Leach. The community offers studio and one-bedroom floor plans to suit different needs and preferences.

For families exploring choices, touring the facility lets you see the open-concept spaces, tour a sample floor plan, learn about the full range of services, and discuss care options, pricing, and availability.

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Overview of Epoch Senior Living – Waltham

Offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care, EPOCH Senior Living – Waltham is a senior living community in the Angleside neighborhood of Waltham, Massachusetts. The multiple levels of care in one community allow residents to transition between services as their needs change without moving to a different location. The community has been serving the Waltham area for 19 years. It is located on Sawyer Road, about 2 miles from the city center.

The area has a Walk Score of 36 out of 100. A handful of nearby destinations may be reached on foot, but most errands and outings require a car. This setting may be better suited to residents and families who are comfortable driving or arranging transportation instead of walking. Sidney Insoft serves as President. Families touring the community should ask about daily leadership and staffing before making a decision.

Residents have access to a family gathering room, several recreation rooms, a dining room, and a fitness center. These shared spaces provide opportunities to socialize, stay active, and participate in group activities without leaving the building. Families looking for a continuum of care may find EPOCH Senior Living – Waltham a practical option because it offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in one community.

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Overview of East Longmeadow Memory Care Assisted Living

East Longmeadow Memory Care Assisted Living residence unfolds as a beautifully renovated haven in Massachusetts, devoted to providing unwavering care day after day. With its intimate setting of 20 specialized memory care units, this community stands as a testament to the art of holistic memory care, embracing residents within an engaging and inclusive environment. Skilled nursing and rehabilitation services stand poised to provide short-term care and support, while specialist memory care ensures personalized attention that honors each resident’s unique journey. Convenient local transportation stands ready to whisk residents away to appointments, ensuring seamless access to essential services.
The home boasts a vibrant tapestry of enriching activities, ranging from the creative allure of arts and crafts to invigorating exercise classes, captivating movies, therapeutic encounters, and intergenerational connections that foster profound bonds. As residents gather around the dining table, it is not just sustenance they savor, but a harmonious blend of nutrition and culinary delight, tailored to their individual preferences. With their steadfast commitment to fostering a genuine sense of belonging, this not-for-profit community offers a transparent experience, accompanied by a one-time assessment fee that underscores their unwavering dedication to the well-being and happiness of every resident.

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Overview of Orchard Cove

Orchard Cove, conveniently situated in Canton, MA, is an award-winning senior living community that offers excellent independent living and assisted living services. The community features spacious and convenient accommodations, with thoughtfully designed floor plans, ensuring ease and peace of mind. The well-trained and dedicated team is committed to delivering round-the-clock care and support with compassion and respect.

The community offers a fulfilling lifestyle, where comfort and convenience blend seamlessly with its above-and-beyond amenities and services. Indulge in a variety of delectable and healthy meals prepared by a talented culinary team, catering to individual’s dietary needs. Here, residents can pursue their passions, forge relationships, and enjoy new adventures with a wide array of enriching activities and programs carefully crafted and coordinated by a professional team. At Orchard Cove, life is celebrated with joy, comfort, and excellence.

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Monastery Heights Senior Living and Memory Care

110 Monastery Ave, Springfield, Ma 01089, Springfield, MA 01089
Overview of Monastery Heights Senior Living and Memory Care

Monastery Heights Senior Living and Memory Care is a 105-bed assisted living and memory care community located at 110 Monastery Avenue in Springfield, Massachusetts. Serving older adults in Hampden County, the facility provides assisted living, memory care, and respite or short-term stay options.

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and the Department of Public Health oversee the regulation of this facility. No specific inspection history or penalty data is reported in the current source records. The community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. Families should request recent survey results directly from the facility to ensure a complete regulatory overview.

The community provides 24-hour staffing and on-site rehabilitation services. Daily meals are served in a communal dining room and are included in the cost of care. Religious services are also held on-site. Specific details regarding staffing ratios, a full list of amenities, and monthly pricing are not reported in the available source data, so families should request these details during a tour.

This facility suits families seeking assisted living or memory care with access to on-site religious programming. Families evaluating Monastery Heights should confirm Medicaid acceptance, current occupancy, and the full regulatory history directly with the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs before making a placement decision.

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The Cordwainer

555 Cordwainer Drive, Norwell, Ma 02061, Norwell, MA 02061
Overview of The Cordwainer

The Cordwainer is a 54-bed memory care and assisted living community located on Cordwainer Drive in Norwell, Massachusetts. Family-owned and custom-built specifically for dementia care, this Plymouth County facility provides a structured environment that integrates specialized cognitive therapy, short-term respite stays, and personalized daily routines across Boston’s South Shore region.

The campus organizes its residential framework around tailored, dementia-informed programming, utilizing distinct environmental and lifestyle concepts to support changing cognitive needs. The surrounding residential neighborhood is car-dependent, carrying a walkability score of 30 out of 100, which requires vehicles for standard external travel. Local business records indicate notable regional recognition, including South Shore Magazine’s Business of the Year and Star of Excellence honors.

Prospective representatives assessing specialized memory care placements can contact the Norwell administrative office to check active room availability and baseline entry requirements.

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Overview of Fox Hill Village

Fox Hill Village in Westwood, Massachusetts, is an independent senior living community that goes beyond mere residence. Its cooperative ownership model empowers residents, providing a voice in community operations and the potential for asset appreciation. Beyond this unique structure, Fox Hill Village is a welcoming, inclusive community where individuals live proactively, pursue goals, learn, and engage passionately.

Residents enjoy access to dining venues, a state-of-the-art fitness center, an indoor swimming pool, a golf simulator, outdoor spaces, educational programs, art studio, a woodworking shop, and more. Health care at Fox Hill follows a unique approach, supporting independent living with a complete continuum of care, including on-site health services, outpatient therapy, and assisted living with continuing care and memory support. The community’s commitment to sustainability further enhances its appeal, making Fox Hill Village a comprehensive and enriching choice for seniors.

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Broadview

547 Central St, Winchendon, Ma 01475, Winchendon, MA 01475
Overview of Broadview

Broadview provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Winchendon, MA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while supporting a resident’s independence. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care provides a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Broadview has 49 beds, making it a smaller community for someone who prefers a setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Home cooked meals give residents a prepared dining option within the community, while rehabilitation services are available for residents who need that support. A Walk Score of 66 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select nearby destinations independently. Tom and Jamie Connor, RN, own Broadview.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Massachusetts

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Massachusetts?

Assisted living in Massachusetts supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Massachusetts Medicaid cover memory care?

Massachusetts Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Massachusetts) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 234 memory care communities in Massachusetts. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Massachusetts?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Massachusetts, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting memory care communities in Massachusetts?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.